Able Quote by Pio of Pietrelcina
“By suffering we are able to give something to God. The gift of pain, of suffering is a big thing and cannot be accomplished in Paradise.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Homily on Suffering, 1935
Suffering can be offered as a spiritual offering, granting meaning beyond earthly comfort.
In simple terms: Pain can be given to God as a gift.
Key Takeaway
Embrace suffering as a path to deeper faith.
Themes
faith
spirituality
purpose
sacrifice
Mood
reflective
solemn
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- prayer
- caregiving
- personal loss
- illness
- pilgrimage
Key Concepts
theology
redemptive suffering
offering
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one balance acceptance of suffering with self‑care?
- What does it mean to give pain to a divine being?
A Different Perspective
Such offering may be misunderstood or lead to unnecessary self‑harm.
